McManis Zinfandel 2023 (75cl, 14%)

A sustainably farmed Lodi, California red wine made from roughly 75% Zinfandel/Primitivo, blended with small percentages of Petit Verdot, Teroldego and Petite Sirah, bottled at 14% ABV. McManis Family Vineyards was founded in 1990 in Lodi. Fermentation takes place over 7-9 days on the skins in stainless steel tanks, followed by 4-6 months of ageing in a combination of new and used French and American oak. The estate is certified sustainable under the Lodi Rules program. The aroma shows ripe red currant, fresh strawberry, brown sugar, cinnamon, toasty oak, vanilla and light smoke. The palate is lush and fruit-forward with juicy redcurrant and jammy berry, baking spices, cracked black pepper and silky tannins. The finish is smooth, with warm spice, toasted oak and ripe berry.